What is the mana cost of Wishful Merfolk?

The mana cost for Wishful Merfolk is {1}{U}, requiring one generic mana and one blue mana to cast. This makes it a relatively affordable creature to play early in the game.

What abilities does Wishful Merfolk have?

Wishful Merfolk has the defender ability when it enters the battlefield. By paying {1}{U}, you can make it lose defender and become a Human until end of turn.

What set is Wishful Merfolk from?

This card is from the Magic: The Gathering: The List set, which was released in 2019. It is cataloged with the set code PLST and card number ELD-73.

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Wishful Merfolk (ELD-73) is a Common creature card from the 2019 Magic: The Gathering: The List set, featuring a unique defender mechanic.

Wishful Merfolk

2019 • Magic: The Gathering • The List

2019 Magic: The Gathering The List

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Wishful Merfolk is a Common creature card from the Magic: The Gathering: The List set, released in 2019. Identified by the card number ELD-73, this card features a distinct mana cost of {1}{U} and belongs to the blue color identity. It is classified as a Creature with the Merfolk subtype, possessing a power and toughness of 3/2. The card's mechanics allow it to start with defender, but it can lose this ability and transform into a Human for a single turn by paying an additional {1}{U}. This strategic flexibility makes it a versatile addition to any collection. For fans of the Magic: The Gathering trading card game, adding Wishful Merfolk to your roster provides both gameplay utility and catalog completeness. The card's design and rules text reflect the creative depth of the 2019 release, appealing to those who appreciate strategic depth and thematic consistency. Whether you are building a deck or focusing on set completion, this card represents a solid piece of the Magic universe.

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The catalog profile below summarizes the card identity, featured subject, and notable collectible traits.

Catalog Profile

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Year

2019

Brand

Magic: The Gathering

Series

The List

Card Number

#ELD-73

Featured Subject

The subject, team, league, and sport context tied to this card.

Featured

Wishful Merfolk

Game

Magic: The Gathering

TCG Attributes

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Rarity

Common

Artist

Livia Prima

Material

Card Stock

Language

English

Mana cost

{1}{U}

Type

Creature — Merfolk

Power / Toughness

3 / 2

Color

Card Text

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Defender {1}{U}: This creature loses defender and becomes a Human until end of turn.

She yearned to walk on dry land so she might take her vengeance there.